CT Technologist - Full Time Evenings Sign on Bonus
About The Position
The CT Technologist supports Northwestern Medicine’s patient-first mission and follows the organization’s Code of Ethics, Corporate Compliance Program, policies, procedures, and applicable regulatory and accreditation standards. The role is responsible for safe, high-quality computed tomography imaging and a positive patient experience, from screening and preparation through monitoring and post-procedure care. The technologist uses professional judgment within approved protocols, reviews images for diagnostic adequacy, and takes corrective action when needed. The position operates CT equipment, administers oral and/or IV contrast according to policy and orders, establishes IV access, and prepares for and assists physicians with CT procedures, including interventional procedures. It also includes coordinating exam flow, documenting and transferring complete studies for radiologist interpretation, performing equipment quality assurance, maintaining records and supplies, and completing clerical tasks such as receiving orders and scheduling patients. The position is full-time, 36 hours per week (0.9 FTE), on an evening (second) shift.
Requirements
- Graduate of an accredited Radiology Technologist Program.
- Illinois Emergency Management Agency (IEMA) Accreditation.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
Nice To Haves
- One year of experience.
- American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) Computed Tomography (CT) certification within 12 months of hire, or 10 or more years of directly relevant experience in lieu of certification.
Responsibilities
- Maintain patient safety throughout imaging, including screening, preparation, monitoring, and post-procedure care.
- Produce diagnostic-quality images using approved protocols and professional standards.
- Apply professional judgment within approved protocols to optimize image quality and address imaging challenges.
- Review images before completing exams and initiate corrective action when diagnostic adequacy is not met.
- Screen for contraindications, administer contrast according to policy, and monitor patients as applicable.
- Operate imaging equipment, maintain room readiness, identify equipment performance issues, and initiate service follow-up.
- Coordinate exam flow and prioritize time-sensitive studies.
- Maintain accurate, timely medical-record and image-archive documentation, including exam setup, image routing, result availability, and charging accuracy.
- Follow organizational values, ethical standards, compliance requirements, quality standards, radiation safety, infection-prevention measures, and other applicable safety practices.
- Support a positive patient experience and department initiatives related to relationships, reliability, efficiency, and growth.
- Verify orders and confirm protocols.
- Position and immobilize patients, select anatomic and technical parameters accurately, and use ALARA principles during examinations.
- Confirm the right patient and right exam and maintain patient, staff, and personal safety.
- Establish IV access for contrast administration and related lab draws.
- Administer oral and/or IV contrast according to department policies, patient history indicators, exam protocols, and physician orders, and provide post-exam instructions.
- Prepare for and assist physicians with CT procedures, including interventional procedures.
- Enter scan type, slice thickness, scan time, and other technical data into the computer.
- Communicate with patients before and during procedures and monitor their safety and comfort.
- Verify that required series, images, protocols, and reconstructions are complete and meet image-quality standards.
- Ensure complete study transfer to PACS for radiologist interpretation.
- Perform CT equipment quality assurance and maintain required logs.
- Perform clerical tasks, including receiving orders, scheduling patients, and recordkeeping.
- Clean and maintain the work area and equipment and replenish supplies as needed.
- Support additional responsibilities aligned with patient care and department needs.
Benefits
- Tuition reimbursement
- Loan forgiveness
- 401(k) matching
- Lifecycle benefits
- A wide range of benefits intended to support physical, emotional, and financial well-being and provide protection for unexpected life events
- Sign-on bonus, subject to eligibility conditions
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
Associate degree
